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$237,304$220 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 89How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $385,000 on Dec 5, 2023

543 FOREST AVE

CRETE, NE 68333
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,079 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1925
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$237K
$212K low$263K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$385,000 · Dec 5, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,277 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$214,695 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$32,210
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$182,485
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$214,695
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$214,695

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.29
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
17
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
73
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
51
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
6
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Split Foyer
CountySALINE
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1988
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.18
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 56 ft²Patio · 56 ft²Porch · 309 ft²

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Crete Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 0.5 mi
M
Crete Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 mi
H
Crete High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi

District: Crete Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 68333These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.103
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.80
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.41

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.9,128
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.81 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$71,212
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$93,542
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.30 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.62%

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How this home compares

543 Forest Ave measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Costs more per square foot than 85% of homes in Saline County
  • Smaller than 76% of homes in Saline County
  • Has a smaller lot than 83% of homes in Saline County
  • Older than 69% of homes in Crete 68333

What homes are worth in Crete 68333

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$81K$698K

This home is worth more than 50% of homes in Crete 68333.

How it measures up in Crete 68333

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Crete 68333.

Estimated value$237,304
CheaperTypical $237,092Pricier

Pricier than 50% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$220
CheaperTypical $176Pricier

Pricier than 76% of homes nearby

Living area1,079 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,368 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 28% of homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.25 acBigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Year built1925
OlderTypical 1963Newer

Newer than 31% of homes nearby

How 543 Forest Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCrete 68333Saline County
Estimated valuepricier than$237,30450% of homes60% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22076% of homes85% of homes
Living areabigger than1,079 ft²28% of homes24% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 ac23% of homes17% of homes
Year builtnewer than192531% of homes38% of homes

About 543 Forest Ave

How much is 543 Forest Ave, Crete, NE worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 543 Forest Ave, Crete, NE is $237,304 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $211,765 to $262,843. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 543 Forest Ave, Crete, NE last sell?

543 Forest Ave, Crete, NE last sold on Dec 5, 2023 for $385,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 543 Forest Ave, Crete, NE?

543 Forest Ave, Crete, NE has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,079 square feet of living space and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 543 Forest Ave, Crete, NE built?

543 Forest Ave, Crete, NE was built in 1925, making it 101 years old. It is a split foyer home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 543 Forest Ave, Crete, NE?

543 Forest Ave, Crete, NE is assigned to Crete Elementary School (elementary); Crete Middle School (middle), rated A-; Crete High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Crete Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 543 Forest Ave, Crete, NE compare to other homes in Crete 68333?

Among the 2,606 homes in Crete 68333, it is worth more than 50% of them ($237,304 against a typical $237,092), its price per square foot is higher than 76% of them ($220 against a typical $176), it is bigger than 28% of them (1,079 ft² against a typical 1,368 ft²), its lot is bigger than 23% of them (0.18 ac against a typical 0.25 ac) and it is newer than 31% of them (1925 against a typical 1963). Measured against all of Saline County, it is worth more than 60% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 543 Forest Ave, Crete, NE?

The 2025 property tax bill for 543 Forest Ave, Crete, NE was $1,277. The county assessed it at $214,695.

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